Plan B - If the wind don't blow to the north ...

[kent]

I just got off the phone with Neil. He is obviously very excited to get the Jup to Ft. L race off on Sunday. The forecast is bouncing around a bit in the northern area, but is staying consistent in the south portion.

As you know, he wil be making the final call for Jup to Ft. L tomorrow a.m. Indications are still looking good, but you never know. Given that the Sunday conditions look very good for Ft. L to Miami, if the JUP event does not go off as expected, Neil agreed that we can have the same type of start off Ft.L and race to Matheson in Miami. This would be a great opportunity for a tune up and pratice start. I know that tons of people are heading over for the Evolve party no matter what. If the JUP event does not go off, Neil suggested a start at Tiki Beach at 12 Sunday. This would allow you drinkers to party a bit longer at Evolve and still race!

If JUP to FTL doesn't go, this FTL to MIA would be totally unofficial and FREE! We would however need to abide by some rules to avoid having problems with life guards, etc. Each rider would absolutley have to stay out of the swim bouys. It is ok to ride near the beach in areas with no stands or buoys, but WITH OUT EXCPETION, no riding inside the buoys!!! As this is unofficial, you will not be kicked out, but BEATEN with in an inch of your miserable life.

The start would be as per the Jup proceedures and the finish would be between at matheson between the wreck and a mast with a large white flag flying from it. The flag would be 15 ft. south of the wreck. We can have times taken and keep track of unoffical results.

As a saftey precaution riders would be required to pick a "buddy". Ideally it is best if "buddy's" are of about the same speed. If your buddy doesn't finish... your buddy is missing!

So... stay posted for Neils updates, i understand that he will make the call tomorrow a.m. In any case, drive over anyway as there will be a race to somewhere.... the FTL to Matheson is a great run that takes you through Stilltsville. It is also very challenging as after cape florida you would be going dead down wind and likely riding on a different tack. it woudl be best to look at google earth for an indication of the track.

Kent

[ricki]

Thanks for the update Kent. Hope things come together for the Jupiter run. Failing that though, Plan B sounds good too. Having an attack of deja vu as we were talking about this very thing about a year ago for charity. You pointed out how the landmarks to Matheson from the south end of Key Biscayne when you make the turn can be a bit tricky. If Plan B, the Miami Run does go down (from Ft. Lauderdale NOT 87th St., N. Miami Beach), it would be good for folks to review the landmark photos in last year's charity downwinder post at:

http://fksa.org/showthread.php?t=2787


Looks easy on the sat. image in reality it is less clear at water level.

[ricki]

Originally Posted by BigR

a race from ft lauderdale to matheson would be a truly awesome event!!!!!!!!!!!!!!looks like the wind gods won't allow winds in jupiter, but, ft lauderdale and south is a good forecast!!!COASTAL WATERS FROM DEERFIELD BEACH TO OCEAN REEF, FL OUT 20 NM-WATERS FROM DEERFIELD BEACH TO OCEAN REEF, FL EXTENDING FROM 20 NMTO THE TERRITORIAL WATERS OF THE BAHAMAS-314 PM EST FRI DEC 7 2007SUNDAYEAST WINDS 10 TO 15 KNOTS BECOMING 15 TO 20 KNOTS IN THEAFTERNOON. SEAS 3 TO 5 FEET. INTRACOASTAL WATERS CHOPPY IN EXPOSEDAREAS. SLIGHT CHANCE OF SHOWERS.

We'll see what the morning brings. Pray for wind.

[CrazyJay]

What about a Ft Lauderdale to Islamorada run? I think its about 70-80 mile??? Winds should increase along the way hopefully. Has anyone made this run?
Jay

[kent]

I like the idea, but if anything goes wrong south of cape florida, you are totally out of luck. this would have to be very planned and even then problems can come up. I can assure you that 38 miles from Tiki Beach to Matheson would be taxing. th cool part is from South Beach to Math. you get to make some decisions during the last 8 miles. i did orgainze to have someone available to take the finishes if JUP doesn't run.

Kent

[CrazyJay]

Sounds good Kent.
So we ride the 38 miles in the morning. Take a lunch break, then cruise to the keys?

[admin]

Based upon what happened last year after the 60 mile race** I wouldn't wonder if Kent decided to press on further. He's been angling for 150 mile + plus race for sometime. Could be a big opportunity.

** http://fksa.org/showthread.php?t=2773

[stacey]

If Plan B happens, I still hope Plan A happens next time there's wind.

We've been looking into a Miami to Key West race on our end, and like Kent says, if something goes wrong, you're totally out of luck. There's that one big section where you should definitely have boat support, just in case, because you really would be screwed if something bad happens.

[kitehigh911]

is the race on?

[admin]

The latest update is up. Neil has covered the bases and options very well. We're officially on hold until the coming weekend for the big Jupiter Race. Plan B is still alive and more should be posted about this option soon.